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Old 03-23-2022, 04:20 PM
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Wow - that looks amazing. I would not have imagined it to turn out as well as it did based on what it appears you are starting with. That subframe looks new!
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Old 03-23-2022, 04:40 PM
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Idk if the sub has been painted or not. I'd guessed that it has but I will find out upon removal.
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Old 03-23-2022, 11:21 PM
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Starting the long and slow process of the undercarriage cleaning. Be prepared to be underwhelmed with photos of dirty and then clean floorpans.
It's a labor of love! Especially while the car is on jack stands. Lookin' good bro.

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Old 03-24-2022, 06:53 PM
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I can't believe the transformation that I am seeing. Great job on a really sound car. I wish you had my old W30 car to work your magic on, it would have been unreal.
What did you use on the bolts?
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Old 03-24-2022, 09:32 PM
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Thanks. There’s always the possibility of me reopening RGR (Red Gorilla Restorations). Well maybe I should call it RGP (Red Gorilla Preservations). I’m kidding.. As for the bolts, just the usual clean with citrus degreaser, evaporust and then I soak them with a silicone lubricant by PB Blaster.

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A little more progress over the last 2 nights.. Almost have the center section of the tub getting close. Hope to dedicate some time over the weekend on some more cleaning.

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Looks great!!!
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Great work Darrell as always....
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I took some time away from laying on my back and cleaning and pulled the front clip off the car. Also shot a quickie video of ole green while I let her warm up this morning. Memories of my father flood back to me every single time I hit the key.




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Photos 238 - 240 - Removal of doghouse

Photo 241 - Overview and a shot of my garage helper (Stella)
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Awesome video and great work Darrell!
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